Name comparison · boy names
Roman vs. Rowan
In 2025, Roman leads at #42 among U.S. boys' names, with Rowan at #59. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Roman | Rowan |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #42 | #59 |
| Babies in 2025 | 6,162 | 5,212 |
| All-time peak | #42 in 2025 | #59 in 2025 |
| Uniqueness score | 13 / 100 | 15 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Rhode Island (#13) | Wyoming (#5) |